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Joy Whitby (born 27 July 1930) is an English television executive, television, and radio producer who specialises in children's programmes and animated films.
Jan 31, 2013 · Joy Whitby, the award-winning producer of Play School, Jackanory and Catweazle, reflects on a six-decade career in children's factual, drama and animated films.
Joy Whitby is known for The Book Tower (1979), Merry-Go-Round (1963) and A Pattern of Roses (1983).
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Feb 1, 2013 · Joy Whitby: a life spent telling children's stories on TV. Samira Ahmed interviews Joy Whitby, the creator of legendary children's television shows Play School and Jackanory. By Samira Ahmed 01...
Jan 24, 2017 · Joy Whitby, creator of Jackanory – the BBC’s groundbreaking reading show that ran from 1965 to 1996 – tells us how the programme came into being and why stories enrich our lives.
Joy Whitby is a legendary TV producer who made many ground-breaking shows, including Play School, Jackanory and Grasshopper Island. Learn about her career, awards and the story behind the classic series that aired in 1971.
Nov 14, 2022 · Author Tom McCarthy and sound designer Benbrick consider radio as art, and pioneering producer Joy Whitby discusses creating iconic BBC programmes like Play School and Jackanory. Show more.
